Viktor Orbán

Viktor Orbán is the former nationalist Prime Minister of Hungary. His tenure is characterized by policies that the new government, led by Prime Minister Péter Magyar, is actively seeking to dismantle. Recent news highlights the Magyar government's efforts to reverse Orbán-era decisions, including amending the constitution to remove officials appointed under his leadership, such as President Tamas Sulyok, whom Magyar has called Orbán's "puppet." Furthermore, Hungary has voted to rejoin the International Criminal Court, overturning a decision made during Orbán's premiership. The European Union is also releasing billions in frozen funds to Hungary, a move described as a "historic breakthrough" by Magyar, contrasting with the frozen funds under Orbán's rule. Additionally, police in Hungary are now allowing the Budapest Pride parade, a departure from policies enacted under Orbán's government which had previously warned against such events. These developments underscore the significant shift in Hungarian politics and its international relations following Orbán's era.